We found 35 scrolls. Scrolls we hadn't seen before, scrolls which hadn't seen the light of day. As the world's foremost scholar, this came as a shock. I had to go through each and descern their authenticity, their quality, their worth. He was right to leave them behind, let's say that.We also found 121 official … Continue reading The Island
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Mr Hummels – Spring Statement
Here is a quick round-up of some recent things I've encountered. Snowboarding Holiday to Morzine, France - 7/10 This was an exceptionally decadent and predictable holiday. I was apprehensive from the off and my worst fears were realised quickly; picking up a rental car drunk is risque, having 7 grams of colombian snow delivered to … Continue reading Mr Hummels – Spring Statement
State of the World Address
Friends, bots, countrymen, lend me your ip address. It has been a testy few months, however the world has looked strong suspended in orbit around the sun, my hopes are that this will continue for the coming years. The state of the world address is traditionally delivered by our Father, who art on holiday, so … Continue reading State of the World Address
Ten Tips for Tube Travel!
Walking slower than everyone else during rush hour - watch the people envelope you like a school of fish and a shark. Walk against the direction of the train as you alight - look everyone in the eye. Peer deep into their souls. Loiter when alighting, there is every chance you will be left alone … Continue reading Ten Tips for Tube Travel!
Brexit
Brexit is control, yet is nothing to do with me, Brexit is the voice of the people, Brexit is Bobby Davro falling in the stocks, Brexit is unified by Brexit, Ireland was unified by Brexit, 🇮🇪 Brexit is independent of politics, Scotland is independent through Brexit, 🏴 Brexit isn't about the party, Brexit is about the counrty, … Continue reading Brexit
World Cup 2018 – Quarter Finals Review
Well, fuck... Whose idea was it to put the Quarter Finals over the weekend, don't they know there is drinking to be done?! Quarter-finals Friday 6 July Uruguay 0 France 2 Brazil 1 Belgium 2 Saturday 7 July Sweden 0 England 2 Russia 2 Croatia 2 (Croatia win 4-3 on penalties) In a weekend which featured; … Continue reading World Cup 2018 – Quarter Finals Review
Dear: The Right
Dear The Right, After our recent meetings I'd like to bring up a few points, which I hope don't offend you too much. The dinner we shared was lovely, it may be a last hurrah as I move predictably towards vegetarianism. A few points came up though, which if I'm totally honest I'd like you … Continue reading Dear: The Right
Day 26 or so- Week 3.5 – Leaky, Leaky.
So, things have moved swiftly along in the election. In that absolutely nothing has changed. Regardless of the parties policies, their behavior in the lead up to the election or basically anything at all - nothing will or can change. Theresa May can suggest there are boy jobs and girl jobs. And Enjoy fox-hunting. Yet … Continue reading Day 26 or so- Week 3.5 – Leaky, Leaky.
Political Cycle Setting 2 – Extra dirty, Double stains. Broken Machine.
I just had the pleasure, or rather the heady mix of pleasure and pain, at watching "Grannies Guide to the Modern World". A program on Channel 4, which rehashes various internet sensations into a real TV program featuring chumly old Bernard Manning. It was delightfully funny, perhaps mainly as I watched it with my Dad … Continue reading Political Cycle Setting 2 – Extra dirty, Double stains. Broken Machine.
Brexit on your chin
This is a quick word of warning to my Fellow Scots regarding the recent Brexit vote. It may be of some interest to bystanders who are unaffected (?). I voted Yes and Remain. To the No voters who voted Remain, this is how it feels to have brexit on your chin. Scotland needs to think … Continue reading Brexit on your chin